Apr 12, 2007
2007 BMW M5 Review Andrew Frankl European Bureau Chief The Auto Channel We all think we are pretty smart but when it comes to what is cool-leave it to the kids. Every time grandson Freddie comes to see us he will always make a detour first to see what is in the parking lot. If it meets with his approval heâll race ... Continue reading
Apr 12, 2007
SEE ALSO: BMW Buyers Guide DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH CAREY RUSS 2007 BMW X5 3.0 si When it debuted seven years ago, the X5 was a very BMW take on the then-new crossover SUV concept. SUVs in those days were generally ponderous utility-oriented trucks, the antithesis of all that BMW had built its reputation on. The X5 w ... Continue reading
BMW Group Reports 2007 First Quarter Sales
Apr 3, 2007
WOODCLIFF LAKE, N.J., April 3 -- The BMW Group (BMW and MINI brands combined) reported year-to-date sales of 75,433 vehicles, a 3.9 percent increase over the 72,588 sold in the first quarter of 2006. The BMW Group also reported an increase of 2.2 percent in March sales, for 28,980 vehicles over the 28,352 vehicles repo ... Continue reading
Bosch Start-Stop Systems Reduce Consumption, Emissions
Mar 28, 2007
BMW system featuring Bosch starter to begin series production in March FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., March 28 -- Bosch's Smart Electronic stop-start system will begin production at BMW in March 2007, with first variants of the BMW 1-series featuring the start-stop system as standard equipment. The start-stop system switches ... Continue reading
Road Trip: 2007 BMW 3-Series Convertible - EXCLUSIVE VIDEO INTERVIEW
Mar 27, 2007
⢠Fourth-generation 3 Series Convertibles featuring a first-for-BMW retractable hardtop with power-operated three-piece steel roof for enhanced safety and outstanding vehicle dynamics ⢠335i Convertible equipped with a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter inline, 6-cylinder engine with 300 hp & 300 lb-ft of torque and ... Continue reading
NY Auto Show Announces Dozens of World, North American Debuts
Mar 27, 2007
Press Preview: April 4th & 5th, Jacob Javits Convention Center NEW YORK, March 26 -- As the world's automakers prepare to wow the press with dozens of world and North American new vehicle introductions at the upcoming New York International Auto Show Media Preview (April 4th and 5th), the Show is offering a glimpse of ... Continue reading
Improved Shift Comfort, Safety and Fuel Economy: ZF Technology in the New BMW 5-Series
Mar 21, 2007
FRIEDRICHSHAFEN, Germany--The new BMW 5-Series, presented for the first time in Geneva, Switzerland on March 8 features significant ZF technology designed to improve performance, safety, fuel economy and comfort. It features the new generation of ZF 6-speed automatic transmissions, which shift more quickly and improve ... Continue reading
New BMW 5 Series Set for NA Debut in New York - VIDEO ENHANCED
Mar 21, 2007
NEW 2008 BMW 5 SERIES TO MAKE U.S. DEBUT IN NEW YORK Superior Power and Striking Interior Enhancements Underscore Its Sporting, Refined Character Woodcliff Lake, NJ, March 20, 2007â¦The new BMW 5 Series will make it North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. A carefully refined exterior is combin ... Continue reading
Mar 17, 2007
By Mike Milliken Editor, Green Car Congress (www.greencarcongress.com) The new BMW 1-Series models, announced in January, had their world premiere at the Geneva auto show. In addition to featuring a start-stop system, brake energy regeneration and electric power steering to reduce fuel consumption as standard, the new ... Continue reading
Mar 15, 2007
Washington DC March 15, 2007; The AIOADA newsletter reported that BMW Chief Executive Norbert Reithofer highlighted his company's new generation of fuel-efficient engines and a new diesel-powered Mini that will get 53.4 mpg yesterday as evidence of BMW's commitment to combat global warming. "The auto industry is facing ... Continue reading
BMW 3 Series Coupé Named "Best Real World" Sports Car By MSN Website
Mar 12, 2007
BERKSHIRE, England - March 12, 2007: One of the UK's leading motoring websites has awarded the BMW 3 Series Coupé its coveted Car of the Year title. In its annual poll nearly a quarter of readers voted the sleek new coupé MSN Car of the Year 2007, placing it ahead of supercar rivals such as the Ferrari 599 GTB an ... Continue reading
Today's Pre-Owned Vehicles May Be the Better Bargain - VIDEO STORY
Mar 12, 2007
DETROIT - March 11, 2007: Compared to 20 to 25 years ago, automakers say today's "certified pre-owned" vehicles can be as good as buying a new vehicle and are a fraction of the cost. To "certify" a used vehicle, a dealer must perform a comprehensive multi-point inspection that meets the original dealer's specifications ... Continue reading
BMW 3 Series Convertible the UK's Choice for Summer
Mar 10, 2007
LONDON - March 10, 2007: Sales of BMW's new 3 Series Convertible are surging ahead, making it the must have open-top car for the summer. Despite the car officially going on sale on 24 March, 2007, BMW dealers have a forward order bank from retail and corporate customers for more than 2,000 cars â nearly half of th ... Continue reading
BMW of North America Celebrates 11 Years of Grassroots Fundraising With Susan G. Komen for the Cure
Mar 8, 2007
Donated funds will top $11 million for Susan G. Komen for the Cure as the 237-stop nationwide fundraising tour crosses the country ATHENS, Ga., March 8 -- The million-mile, cross-country grassroots fundraising drive that has raised more than $10 million for Susan G. Komen for the Cure over the past decade kicked off in ... Continue reading
BMW to Bring Diesels to U.S. in 2008
Mar 6, 2007
Washington DC March 6, 2007; The AIADA newsletter reported that BMW AG will begin selling diesel-powered cars in the United States next year, its CEO said today. "Next year we are also going to offer our diesel vehicles in the U.S. -- another step in protecting the environment," CEO Norbert Reithofer said in a speech p ... Continue reading
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